Assassin’s Creed Shadows achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release, securing its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper into the details of its successful launch and the significant day-one silent patch.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch
With Over 1 Million Players
Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) has made a triumphant entry into the gaming world, quickly amassing over 1 million players within 15 hours of its launch. Ubisoft proudly shared this achievement via the official AC Shadows Twitter (X) account, highlighting the game's instant appeal.
Currently, AC Shadows leads the charts as the top-selling game on Steam, outperforming recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB shows that AC Shadows reached an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game has earned a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with 82% of user reviews being positive, reflecting strong community approval.
At Game8, however, our review gave AC Shadows a score of 66 out of 100. We noted that while the game offers an expansive world with high production values, it falls short in mechanics and deviates from the series' traditional formula. For a detailed analysis, you can read our full review below!
